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East Liberty fire station to close for repairs, firefighters and vehicles moved to other stations
Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire is shifting manpower and resources to other parts of the city while its East Liberty fire station undergoes repairs. Authorities said the station at 161 N. Euclid Ave. will be temporarily closed starting Thursday so crews can address a structural issue in its hose tower. No...
Injuries reported in multi-vehicle crash in Plum
At least three people were reportedly injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Plum. Allegheny County officials said the incident took place around 11:30 a.m. Monday along the 2000 block of Golden Mile Highway. Plum: 2000 block Golden Mile Highway - multi-vehicle accident with injuries; pumps at gas station leaking fuel—...
Boy missing from Hill District has been found
Pittsburgh police said a missing boy from the Hill District has been found. Delvon Dobbins, 12, was reported missing sometime after 5:30 p.m. Monday. He was seen wearing a blue and white striped shirt and tan shorts while near Memory Lane. Police reported late Monday night that Delvon was safely...
Happenings in Oakmont and Plum this week – Aug. 26, 2019
Having trouble finding things to do in Oakmont and Plum this week? Here are some options: Weird Eric & O’Ryan the O’Mazing with bring their family-friendly Back 2 Fools show to the Oaks Theater Friday at 310 Allegheny River Blvd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the show starting at...
Retiring Plum Food Pantry director served others his whole lifeVideo
Editor’s note: This is part of an occasional series that features Alle-Kiski Valley residents and the notable things they do. Joe Utterback looks forward to evenings in a recliner with a good book after decades of serving Plum families in need. “It’s hard to describe the feeling,” said Utterback, Plum...
Riverview band boosters celebrate annual Pie Night with songs and sweets
There were pies and spirits in the sky Aug. 23 at a Riverview Band booster fundraiser. Hundreds of apple, pecan, blueberry and other slices of pastries were served at the seventh annual Pie Night at Riverside Park in Oakmont. “The weather’s perfect,” said Wendy Wilton, band booster president and event...
Parkway East reopens after vehicle fire
The Parkway East (Interstate 376) has reopened to traffic westbound in Pittsburgh after a vehicle fire. Inbound traffic was forced for a time to exit at the Second Avenue (Exit 71B) off-ramp Downtown, and then only one lane of traffic was open for a time. Allegheny County dispatchers said the...
Coroner: Electrocution caused driver’s death in fiery Beaver County school bus crash
An Ellwood City man was electrocuted when the school bus he was driving struck a utility pole and caught fire Friday in North Sewickley Township. Beaver County Coroner David J. Gabauer has ruled Timothy VanKirk’s death accidental, caused by high-voltage electrocution. Beaver County dispatchers said the crash occurred around 2:45...
Plum School District plans $5 million in facility improvements this school year
Plum School District officials plan to spend $5 million on building repairs and upgrades this school year. “We’re doing it in phases based on priority, with safety being the top priority,” district business manager John Zahorchak said. “We’re also taking on some of this work on our own (with district...
Pittsburgh man sentenced to 5 years in prison, fine for marijuana trafficking
A Pittsburgh man was sentenced to five years in federal prison for his role in a marijuana trafficking conspiracy. Christopher Schanck, 36, was convicted of conspiracy to distribute marijuana and money laundering. Senior U.S. District Judge David S. Cercone imposed the sentence, as well as four years supervised release and...
DUI, theft cases among those recently handled by Judge Zucco in Plum – Aug. 21, 2019
District Judge Linda Zucco recently handled the following cases. Charges were filed by Plum police unless otherwise noted. Waived preliminary hearings • Jason Pickford, 32, of Pittsburgh on charges of improper pass, reckless driving, exceeding maximum speed limits, duties at stop signs, driving with a suspended license, fleeing or attempting...
Assault, drug cases among recent Monroeville police investigations – Aug. 21, 2019
Monroeville police filed the following charges Aug. 12-13 in District Judge Jeffrey L. Herbst’s office: • Donald Albitz, 34, of Penn Hills with intimidation of witnesses or victims, terroristic threats, harassment and simple assault. Charges were filed Aug. 12 in connection with an incident along the 4300 block of Old...
Drug, firearms cases recently handled by Judge Herbst in Monroeville – Aug. 21, 2019
Monroeville District Court Judge Jeffrey Herbst handled these cases recently. Defendants will have court dates set in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Charges were filed by Monroeville police unless otherwise noted. Held for court • Christopher Cooper, 28, of Monroeville on charges of possession of firearm prohibited, firearms...
East Hills DUI Task Force to conduct roving patrols this weekend – Aug. 21, 2019
East Hills DUI Task Force will conduct roving patrols and other educational enforcement activities this weekend. The task force consists of Plum, Monroeville, White Oak, North Versailles Township, Oakmont, Penn Hills and Edgewood police departments. Project director is Plum police Lt. Lanny Conley. The enforcement/educational details will occur within the...
Penn Hills School District’s recovery ‘off to a good start’
Penn Hills School District has $1 million in borrowed money set aside to help cover spring bills. It’s part of a $1.3 million no-interest transitional loan through the state Department of Education for districts in financial recovery. The remaining $300,000 will be used for education, transportation and operational audits, public...
Oakmont police adds a new officer
Oakmont police recently welcomed a new officer. Katelyn Goodman, 24, of Carnegie was sworn in by Mayor Christopher Whaley at last week’s council meeting. This is her first police job, having just graduated from the Allegheny County Police Academy in June. Whaley said Goodman was highly recommended by her instructors....
Oakmont Commons flooding solutions still under evaluation
Oakmont officials continue to work with engineers to find solutions to flooding problems in the Oakmont Commons neighborhood. At least 20 borough property owners are still cleaning up after storms late July 21 into July 22. Raising the elevation of the old Plum Creek railroad bed and widening a section...
Monroeville Convention Center to host Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Families looking to save money on back to school shopping, or possibly make money through consignment, can do both this week at the Monroeville Convention Center. Just Between Friends brings its consignment sale back to 209 Mall Blvd. It’s open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m....
Happenings in Oakmont and Plum this week – Aug. 19, 2019
Need to find something to do in Plum and Oakmont this week? Here are some suggestions:Riverview High School band boosters will host their annual Pie Night starting at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Riverside Park. Pies will be served next to the concession stands at the field. Cost is $3 per...
Assault, DUI cases among those recently handled in Judge DeLuca’s Penn Hills court – Aug. 19, 2019
Penn Hills District Judge Anthony L. DeLuca handled the following cases recently. Defendants will have court dates set in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court. Charges were filed by Penn Hills police unless otherwise noted. Held for court • Sheldon Pinnock, 33, of Verona on charges of terroristic threats, recklessly endangering...
She came to the Alle-Kiski Valley to report on it. Now she devotes her life to helping it.Video
Editor’s note: This is part of an occasional series that features Alle-Kiski Valley residents and the notable things they do. Community activist Tricia Ritchie is set to celebrate her nonprofit’s one-year anniversary. “I feel we started something that can only get better and better,” Ritchie said. “I am amazed at...
Lane restrictions along Hulton Road in Oakmont to begin Monday
Single-lane restrictions are expected to take place along Hulton Road in Oakmont the next few months. PennDOT officials said M&B Services will install Americans with Disabilities Act compliant curb cut ramps on the state road between Allegheny Avenue and Twelfth Street in the borough Monday through late October. Work will...
Kennywood Log Jammer flume up for charity auction sells for $11,100
One of Kennywood’s original flumes from its defunct Log Jammer ride sold Friday morning for $11,100 via eBay. The winning bid was placed at 10:32 a.m., according to the listing. The auction opened on Aug. 6 and 53 bids were placed by more than 20 bidders. The West Mifflin amusement...
Plum adds police officer, new technology
A new website, app, police officer, facilities director and assistant superintendent are just some of the new additions at Plum School District. Officials also rolled out a digital backpack complete with 2019-20 school year welcome letters and related information from administrators of each school. “We warmly encourage each of our...
Riverview staffers ready for Oakmont and Verona students to return
Riverview School District officials have placed an emphasis on professional development to go along with student achievement this coming school year. High schoolers and Oakmont and Verona elementary students will enter their respective schools Aug. 27. A new collective bargaining agreement with the Riverview Education Association extended the working calendar...
